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About macOS and Applications for Apple Mac computers.
macOS 26.3 RC initially fixed window-resizing issues, aligning hit areas with corner curves. However, final release reverted changes, reverting to square regions and marking the issue as “Known”.
https://noheger.at/blog/2026/02/12/resizing-windows-on-macos-tahoe-the-saga-continues/
Apple may phase out the iWork brand, used since 2005 for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers, following the removal of the iWork section from its website. It now redirects to a generic apps page that focuses on the new Apple Creator Studio. While the iWork branding still appears in some documents, the shift indicates a focus on positioning these applications under the Creator Studio umbrella. Historically, iWork has evolved from its inception in 2005, and the apps remain free, with premium features available via subscription.
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/13/apple-iwork-website-removed/
Apple’s Creator Studio bundle, priced at $130/year for Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro, is valuable for creators but poorly integrates iWork apps, which are office tools not relevant to them. Knowledge workers won't pay for upgraded features in apps they already use for free. This bundling feels like filler instead of a focused offer for creators, diluting the appeal and complicating the value proposition. Apple should separate creator tools from iWork upgrades for clarity and better market fit.
https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2026/02/the-creator-studio-bundle-has-a-bundling-problem/
macOS 26.3 update addresses Finder column view issue but still has flaws; scrollbars cover column files, scrollers look silly without the path bar. Testing and attention to detail questioned.
NetViews (formerly PingStalker) is a macOS network scanning app for IT and Wi-Fi professionals, offering host discovery, real-time monitoring, and network diagnostics. Features include live dashboards, device tracking, Wi-Fi analysis, and advanced tools, available in Standard and Pro versions, both with a 7-day free trial. No subscriptions; volume licensing is offered.
Mac timekeeping relies on accurate system clocks. To ensure synchronization, Macs should connect to Apple's Time Server automatically via the Date & Time settings, allowing for auto timezone adjustments through Location Services. Issues can arise if Location Services are not enabled, especially in Virtual Machines. Accurate time is crucial for file timestamps and security; misalignment can cause problems, particularly when using VPNs. Since macOS 10.13, synchronization is managed by a service called timed, and users can also use the sntp command for manual adjustments. It's generally better for clocks to be slightly slow rather than backdating, which can disrupt time order and processing.
https://eclecticlight.co/2025/05/21/system-time-clocks-and-their-syncing-in-macos/